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Volkswagen Bora

Red · Diesel · 2000 · 1,896 cc

V715 MKNMOT history

V715 MKN is a red diesel Volkswagen Bora first used on 25 Feb 2000. Its MOT expired on 16 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 153,441 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Mar 2023
Mileage
153,441 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,681 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V715 MKN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Bora
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
25 Feb 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V715 MKN was last recorded at 153,441 miles on 14 Mar 2022, 15,315 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,126 miles · 17 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
15,315 miles
Average per year
6,681 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 153,441 miles
  • 2021 – 138,126 miles
  • 2020 – 121,943 miles
  • 2019 – 115,243 miles
  • 2018 – 109,972 miles
  • 2017 – 103,081 miles
  • 2016 – 95,353 miles
  • 2015 – 86,803 miles
  • 2014 – 80,201 miles
  • 2013 – 73,835 miles
  • 2012 – 68,992 miles
  • 2011 – 64,840 miles
  • 2010 – 60,751 miles
  • 2009 – 56,748 miles
  • 2008 – 53,292 miles
  • 2007 – 49,489 miles
  • 2006 – 46,046 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,441 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Seatbelt not tested obstruction

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,441 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    153,441 miles
    Test number
    602351373615
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Seatbelt not tested obstruction

  2. Fail153,441 miles (+15,315)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,441 miles
    Test number
    872499881040
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Seatbelt not tested obstruction

  3. Pass138,126 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    138,126 miles
    Test number
    466145783967
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail138,126 miles (+16,183)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,126 miles
    Test number
    546235533882
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass121,943 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    121,943 miles
    Test number
    793940044884
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail121,928 miles (+6,685)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,928 miles
    Test number
    567243684485
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass115,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    115,243 miles
    Test number
    359791520913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail115,243 miles (+5,271)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,243 miles
    Test number
    965609872754
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass109,972 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    109,972 miles
    Test number
    344772890637
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre wearing inner edge

  10. Fail109,972 miles (+6,891)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,972 miles
    Test number
    371711462529
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre wearing inner edge

  11. Pass103,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    103,081 miles
    Test number
    940152432358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail103,081 miles (+7,728)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,081 miles
    Test number
    119762855040
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  13. Pass95,353 miles (+8,550)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    95,353 miles
    Test number
    603054896023
    • AdvisoryN/s/r & o/s/r axle bushes worn not to x/s at time of test.
    • AdvisorySlight play/wear in front anti-roll bar d bushes not to x/s at time of test.

  14. Pass86,803 miles (+6,602)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    86,803 miles
    Test number
    588503625095
    • NoteSlight play/wear in front anti-roll bar d bsuhes not to x/s at time of test.
    • NoteSlight play/wear in n/s/f & o/s/f lower suspension arm bushes not to x/s at time of test.
    • NoteSlight play/wear in n/s/f anti-roll bar end link not to x/s at time of test.
    • NoteSlight play/wear in n/s/r & o/s/r axle bushes not to x/s at time of test.

  15. Pass80,201 miles (+6,366)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    80,201 miles
    Test number
    887934744053
    • NoteHeadlamps slightly cloudy still has aim and pattern at time of test.
    • NoteN/s/f & n/s/r tyre outer sidewalls damaged no ply or cords exposed at time of test.
    • NoteSlight play/wear in n/s/f anti-roll bar end link not to x/s at time of test.

  16. Pass73,835 miles (+4,843)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    73,835 miles
    Test number
    157516133442
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  17. Pass68,992 miles (+4,152)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    68,992 miles
    Test number
    695795642098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass64,840 miles (+4,089)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    64,840 miles
    Test number
    217735741025
    • NoteN/s/f tyre punctured.
    • NoteN/s/r & o/s/r axle mounts worn not to x/s at time of test.

  19. Pass60,751 miles (+4,003)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    60,751 miles
    Test number
    130922440463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,748 miles (+3,456)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    56,748 miles
    Test number
    140967539495
    • NoteSlight wear/play in n/s/r & o/s/r axle bushes not to x/s at time of test.

  21. Pass53,292 miles (+3,803)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    53,292 miles
    Test number
    743309038014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass49,489 miles (+3,443)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    49,489 miles
    Test number
    491283847073
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • Note195/65/r15/91t. mitchelin energy.

  23. Pass46,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    46,046 miles
    Test number
    681746746030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V715 MKN

Does V715 MKN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V715 MKN expired on 16 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V715 MKN?
The MOT on V715 MKN expired on 16 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V715 MKN done?
V715 MKN was recorded at 153,441 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2022, an average of 6,681 miles a year.
Has V715 MKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V715 MKN has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on V715 MKN ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on V715 MKN find?
V715 MKN passed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2022 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides, and 4 more.

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